10 Questions
What is a major health problem due to uncontrolled cell growth?
Cancer
Which disease is caused by pathogens like bacteria and viruses?
Infectious Disease
What has affected more than one million people in the United States, causing deaths and systemic health issues in 2022?
COVID-19
Which disease has a strong association with substance use in the United States?
Substance use
Which health problem results in around 40% of people being diagnosed at some point in their lifetime?
Cancer
What is the leading cause of death in Americans?
Heart disease
How does hypertension affect the body?
Is asymptomatic and affects the vascular system
What can prevent HIV infection according to the text?
Using barrier methods during sexual intercourse
Why is the diagnosis of diabetes believed to be increasing, as per the text?
Rise in factors like being overweight
What is a major cause of the opioid crisis, as explained in the text?
Increased prescription and potency of pharmaceutical opioids
Explore the major health problems facing Americans in 2022, including infectious diseases, cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and substance use. Learn about the impact of these chronic illnesses and the current healthcare challenges.
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